Spain's Canary Islands have seen a surge in migrant arrivals from West Africa. Many undertake the perilous journey in hopes of reaching Europe, often resulting in tragic loss of life. The route has seen increases in attempts despite overall declines in irregular crossings into the EU.

MADRID (Reuters) - A baby girl, who was born on a packed migrant dinghy headed for Spain's Lanzarote island in the Canaries, was being treated in hospital along with her mother and both were in good condition, medical and regional government authorities said on Thursday.